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Charged With
Lewd Conduct?

Lewd or Lascivious Conduct Charges in Miami-Dade

Miami Sex Crime Defense Lawyer

Under Florida law the touching of a child younger than 16 years of age
in a lewd or lascivious way is considered a very serious offense. Even
if no act took place, but the act was solicited, serious penalties can
be imposed in a conviction. Conduct considered lewd or lascivious entails
that the offending party's actions had the intent to engage in the sexual conduct.

Most lewd conduct cases rely heavily on the victim's testimony. With this
in mind, a skilled defense attorney can help ensure that this testimony
stays within the facts of the case and that your cause is aggressively defended.

Even if found guilty of a crime of this nature, your situation may fall
under mitigating circumstances. If the child was the provoker, initiator,
or aggressor of the incident, you may have defense opportunities that
will allow for a lesser charge or dismissed case.

No matter what the circumstances of your case may be, a dedicated criminal
defense attorney will be able to ensure that you receive a fair and unbiased trial.

Penalties for Lewd Conduct in Florida

The crime varies in penalties, based upon the age of the individual involved.
When the conduct involves an individual over the age of 18, the penalties
can include up to 5 years in prison. When the individual was under the
age of 18, the penalties are even more severe, with penalties up to 15
years in state prison in a conviction.

The individual will face further repercussions after serving their sentence,
including a mandatory
registration as a sex offender. If you have been accused of lewd or lascivious conduct, it is essential
that you secure the legal representation of a qualified
Miami sex crime attorney immediately.

Lewd & Lascivious Battery in Florida

According to Florida law, a person is guilty of lewd and lascivious battery if they:

"(a) Engage in sexual activity with a person 12 years of age or older
but less than 16 years of age; or

"(b) Encourage, force, or entice any person less than 16 years of
age to engage in sadomasochistic abuse, sexual bestiality, prostitution,
or any other act involving sexual activity"

Ignorance of the victim's age or belief that the victim was of the age
of consent is not a valid defense to this offense, even if the victim
misrepresented his or her age.

Penalties for Lewd & Lascivious Battery in Florida

The penalties for lewd and lascivious battery may vary depending on the
particular case. However, the act of committing this sex crime is a second
degree felony, punishable by:

Up to 15 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $15,000

Mandatory sex offender registration for life.

Additionally, a defendant accused or convicted of this offense may face
a ruined reputation and limited opportunities in the future in regard
to employment, education, loans, and housing.

Choose an Experienced Defense Lawyer for Your Case

Protecting your future is of the utmost importance to our firm. If you
are looking to work with a competent Miami child molestation attorney
who can defend your Constitutional rights throughout the criminal process
while treating you with the respect and offering you the personal attention
you deserve, you have come to the right website.

Miami criminal defense lawyer Michael Mirer offers a free initial case
evaluation to those who are facing criminal charges throughout the greater
South Florida area. If you have been accused of lewd and lascivious molestation,
you have no time to waste in consulting an attorney.

The information on this website is for general information purposes only.
Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual
case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt
or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.